1989 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen XM (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
